Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Motorcycles. When The Clutch Lever Is Released To The FriCTIon Point, But The Lever Is Not Completely Released To Fully Engage The Clutch, Strong Clutch Disk Vibration May Occur At The Higher Engine Rpms Used For Rapid Or Race-Type Starts. This Stress Can Cause The Clutch To Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
HONDA
Model Of Vehicle
CBR929RR
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
00V403000
Component Description
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
Effect Of Defect
This Failure Results In Several Large SeCTIons Cracking And Eventually Separating From The Clutch Outer. If This Occurs, Rear Lock-Up Is Possible If A Broken Piece Is Caught In The Primary Drive Gear. Also, The Engine Could Lose Primary Ignition And Stop Suddenly If A Broken Piece Damages The Pulsar Rotor; Or Engine Oil Could Leak From The Crankcase, If A Broken Piece Is Forced Through The Crankcase. The Spilled Oil Could Cause The Rear Wheel To Lose TrAction And The Motorcycle Could Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install A Clutch Kit That Includes A Redesigned Outer Clutch Basket, Judder Spring, Clutch Lifter Lever, And Other Parts Intended To Reduce Stress On The Clutch.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Honda Motor Co.
Start Of Manufacture
20000707
End Of Manufacture
20001128
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8696
Date Owners Notified
20010108
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Date Report Received
20001211